Intent to Terminate Designation of Central African Republic, Gabon, Niger, and Uganda as Beneficiary Sub-Saharan African Countries

President Biden has notified the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate of his intent to terminate the designation of the Central African Republic, Gabon, Niger, and Uganda as beneficiary sub-Saharan African countries under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). This decision is based on their failure to meet the eligibility requirements of the AGOA, including violations of human rights, lack of progress in establishing worker rights, political pluralism, and the rule of law. The termination will be effective from January 1, 2024, and the eligibility of these countries will continue to be assessed.